Be My Downtown Valentine

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and downtown businesses are ready with love in mind to help you make the day extra special for all the loves in your life...

5 Special Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day:

1. Romantic getaway. Plan a local getaway to spend some quality time with your love. There are plenty of hideaways in the area perfect for a romantic night or weekend together. Contact the Franklin County Visitors Bureau for ideas and assistance in planning your getaway.

2. Sweets for your sweetie. When it comes to candies and chocolate, Olympia Candy Kitchen and Nathan Miller Chocolate have you covered. Pick up delicious treats for loved ones, and don't forget to make your order for chocolate covered strawberries!

5. Unique gifts. Find one-of-a-kind gifts at downtown shops, like Here's Looking At You and Northwood Books. Our downtown retailers can provide one-on-one customer service to help you find the best gift for everyone special in your life.

More Valentine's Events:

Couple's Pallet Paint Party - Friday, February 12, 6:30pmBring your love for a unique date night Valentine's weekend with a Couple's Pallet Paint Party at The Foundry, 100 S. Main St. Build your pallet canvas (supplies included) and put the date in paint for just $60 per couple (supplies and glass of wine included). Spaces are limited: Register.

Wine & Live Music - Saturday, February 13, 6-8pmLove local music and wine? Pair your wine with a live performance of Music Magic with Tim Gotwald and Dan Dropkin at Jan Zell Wines, 251 Grant St. They are also hosting a Trivia Night on Friday from 6:30-8 p.m. Details.

Valentine's Brunch - Sunday, February 14, 11am-3pmEJ's Grill will host a Sunday Brunch for Valentine's Day featuring a special menu like eggs benedict and crepes accompanying traditional favorites like crab au gratin and filet mignon with crab meat and bearnaise sauce. Make reservations today: 717-263-1137.

Dirty Dancing Movie Night - Sunday, February 14, 6pmEnjoy the romantic classic, Dirty Dancing, at the Capitol Theatre on Valentine's Day. Tickets are just $5 per person. The theatre is also hosting a Singles Mingle night on Saturday at 6pm with a showing of 50 Shades of Grey at 8pm. Details.